Significance of Cycle of transmigration
The Cycle of transmigration, as described in various philosophical traditions like Vaishnavism, Purana, Vedanta, Shaivism, and Mahayana, denotes the continuous process of birth, death, and rebirth that souls experience. This cycle is influenced by karma and ignorance, with spiritual goals aiming to transcend or escape it. Each tradition emphasizes the importance of devotion, spiritual awareness, and understanding to ultimately attain liberation (Mukti) from this cycle of suffering and rebirth.
Synonyms: Samsara, Rebirth, Reincarnation, Cycle of life and death, Metempsychosis
In Dutch: Cyclus van transmigratie; In Finnish: Siirtymäkierto; In Spanish: Ciclo de transmigración
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Buddhist concept of 'Cycle of transmigration'
The Cycle of transmigration in Buddhism refers to the continuous cycle of birth, death, and rebirth influenced by karma and ignorance, highlighting the importance of understanding dharma and maintaining awareness to escape suffering and confusion.
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) The continual experience of birth, death, and rebirth influenced by one's karmic actions, which can trap individuals if they fail to understand spiritual teachings.[1] (2) The continuous cycle of birth and rebirth that one must be cautious not to get caught up in, particularly influenced by demonic energies.[2] (3) The ongoing cycle of birth, death, and rebirth from which individuals should seek awareness to avoid confusion and falling into the Relentless Hells.[3] (4) The ongoing cycle of birth and death that individuals can become trapped in if they fail to maintain awareness and understanding on their spiritual path.[4] (5) The continuous cycle of rebirth and suffering in Buddhism, which one can escape by understanding and practicing dharma.[5]
Hindu concept of 'Cycle of transmigration'
The Cycle of transmigration in Hinduism describes the endless process of birth, death, and rebirth (samsara) that souls experience. Liberation (Mukti) is sought through devotion, understanding, and overcoming actions driven by ignorance.
From: Haribhakti-sudhodaya
(1) The continuous cycle of birth, death, and rebirth that souls undergo until they attain liberation through devotion.[6] (2) The continuous cycle of birth, death, and rebirth which devotees seek to transcend.[7] (3) The continuous cycle of birth, death, and rebirth, which one seeks to transcend through sincere devotion.[8] (4) The continuous cycle of birth, death, and rebirth experienced by souls, from which Mukti is sought.[9] (5) The continuous cycle of birth, life, death, and rebirth that jivas (souls) undergo based on their karma.[10]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) The perpetual process of birth and death that living beings undergo within the material realm, influenced by Maya.[11]
From: Bhagavata Purana
(1) The continuous cycle of birth, death, and rebirth (samsara) that beings experience due to their past actions.[12] (2) The continuous cycle of birth, death, and rebirth experienced by the jiva.[13] (3) The continuous process of rebirth and reincarnation involving the soul.[14]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) The continuous process of rebirth and reincarnation dictated by earthly desires.[15] (2) The continuous loop of birth, death, and rebirth driven by ignorance and actions, resulting in a lack of liberation.[16]
From: Lakulisha-Pashupata (Philosophy and Practice)
(1) The continuous cycle of birth, death, and rebirth that individuals experience until they attain liberation.[17]
From: Shaiva Upanishads (A Critical Study)
(1) The endless cycle of birth, death, and rebirth; attainment of divine knowledge through Rudraksha is believed to liberate the wearer from this cycle.[18]
From: Brihadaranyaka Upanishad
(1) The continuous process of rebirth and death, influenced by one’s actions and spiritual understanding.[19]